Major Gifts Director, Law School Development

usyd

Sydney

On-site

AUD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

The University of Sydney is seeking an Associate Director of Development, Law to lead major gifts fundraising for the Faculty of Law. You will identify and engage high net-worth donor prospects, align interests with strategic priorities, and solicit gifts of $100,000 or more.

Based in Sydney, you will build and manage a robust donor pipeline, collaborate with senior stakeholders, and drive fundraising targets in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining the highest standards of

Qualifications

Identify and engage high net-worth donor prospects and align interests with university priorities.
Demonstrate a strong track record of meeting financial targets.
Experience working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Ability to work autonomously while engaging others when needed.
Demonstrated relationship-building and communication with senior stakeholders.
High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills.
Proactive, high-achieving, and driven to succeed.
Excellent time-management, prioritisation and organisation.

Responsibilities

Identify, cultivate and negotiate $100,000+ gift opportunities.
Build and manage a robust donor pipeline for the School of Law.
Lead donor engagement and solicitation with senior internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with University leadership to align donor interests with strategic priorities.